The PaddlerUK magazine May 2015 issue 2 | Page 95

DEREK HAIRON is a BCU Level 5 sea kayak coach who has been paddling in various places around the world for more than 41 years. He is Director of Jersey Kayak Adventures Ltd and organises sea kayak tours and courses around the coastline of Jersey and to the offshore islands. He is co-author of the Channel Islands sea kayaking guide book. Published by Pesda Press (due out summer 2015) ABOUT JERSEY Jersey has some of the highest tide ranges in Europe (up to 12.5m) and with it the chance to see a mass of different sea kayaking environments.Though only 45 square (118 sq km) the island offers a huge range of activities and experiences to suit all interests.The island is well served by air from many UK airports and ferries operate from Poole and Portsmouth. F U RT H E R I N F O There is a surprising number of things to do and a huge range of accommodation. Further information on Jersey can be obtained from Jersey Tourism, www.jersey.com ThePaddlerUK 95